This organization method has a large impact on shelving. In some bookstore models the books are arranged with the covers showing, not spines. This requires different shelving and space for the librarian to consider. Another consideration is that not all books fit neatly into a specific genre. This is especially true for the younger readers. One example is the Arthur series by Marc Brown, where Animals are personified. This could fall into a Fantasy category, yet, it is also humorous and there is no other included element of Fantasy, other than the personified animal characters. Genre need to be selected carefully using the library catalog and other web based
This organization method has a large impact on shelving. In some bookstore models the books are arranged with the covers showing, not spines. This requires different shelving and space for the librarian to consider. Another consideration is that not all books fit neatly into a specific genre. This is especially true for the younger readers. One example is the Arthur series by Marc Brown, where Animals are personified. This could fall into a Fantasy category, yet, it is also humorous and there is no other included element of Fantasy, other than the personified animal characters. Genre need to be selected carefully using the library catalog and other web based